AVID 1 Pre-Test

Which of the following is NOT a component of the WICOR strategies?

• Writing

• Inquiry

• Collaboration

• Memorization

What does the "C" in WICOR stand for?

• Communication

• Collaboration

• Calculation

• Creativity

Which of the following best describes Costa’s Level 1 of Thinking?

• Gathering and recalling information

• Making connections and analyzing

• Evaluating and creating

• Solving complex problems

Which step comes first in the AVID Tutorial Process?

• Students present their questions

• Students take Cornell notes

• Students reflect on learning

• Students summarize the tutorial

Which of the following is an example of a focused note-taking technique?

• Highlighting every sentence in a textbook

• Using the Cornell Notes format

• Writing notes on random scraps of paper

• Memorizing notes without reviewing

If you are asked to summarize a chapter, which of the following should you do?

• Copy the chapter word for word

• Write the main ideas in your own words

• Skip the details and only write the title

• List every single fact from the chapter

A student is organizing their binder for AVID class. Which strategy would best help them stay organized throughout the semester?

• Placing all papers in one large folder

• Using dividers and labeling each section by subject

• Keeping all assignments at home

• Throwing away old notes weekly

You are given a problem to solve using Costa’s Level 2 thinking. Which approach would be most appropriate?

• Recall a fact from memory

• Compare and contrast two ideas

• Create a new solution to a problem

• Memorize a list of terms

A student is struggling to understand a math concept. Using the AVID Tutorial Process, what strategic steps should the student take to get help and ensure understanding?

• Wait until the test to ask questions

• Prepare a specific question, participate in the tutorial group, and reflect on the solution after the session

• Copy answers from a friend

• Ignore the problem and move on

You are assigned to summarize a complex article using focused notes. What is the best strategic approach to ensure your summary is accurate and useful for future study?

• Write down every sentence from the article

• Identify key points, use your own words, and review your notes for clarity and completeness

• Only write the first and last sentences of each paragraph

• Skip summarizing and just read the article twice